PocketSwab Plus — ATP surface swabs
ATP Surface Hygiene Test
PocketSwab Plus is the Charm Sciences ATP swab for surface hygiene verification. Use it with novaLUM II-X and read the ATP result in 5 seconds. Available in packs of 25 and larger quantities.
- Compatible instrument
- novaLUM II-X
- Result
- 5 seconds
- Per bag
- 25 ATP swabs
- Larger packs
- 100 / 400 / 1000 units
PocketSwab Plus — opened test
PocketSwab Plus for cleaning verification
Room temperature stable, self-contained single-use swab for total surface hygiene verification in just 5 seconds. Designed for cleaning validation, cross-contamination prevention, infection control and HACCP audits. Suitable for 16 industries — from food and pharma to clean rooms and wineries.
Patented thread design for consistent user-to-user results, pre-moistened swab with biofilm-breaking tip, recyclable components and metal-detectable foil seal. 12-month shelf life at room temperature reduces freight costs through bulk packaging. Enhanced ATP sensitivity for reduced microbial counts and fewer consumer complaints. Extenders of 0.9 m and 4.9 m available for hard-to-reach areas.
Performing the PocketSwab Plus ATP test with the novaLUM® II-X
Step-by-step test procedure — PocketSwab Plus
Follow the steps for preparation, sampling, activation and measurement.
- Prepare
Open PLANS
Tap PLANS on the novaLUM II-X home screen.
- Prepare
Choose sampling plans
Select PLANS again to open the list of saved sampling plans.
- Prepare
Start the correct plan
Select RUN next to the sampling plan for this test.
- Prepare
Select the sampling location
Use the left/right arrows or list view to select the correct location. Enter operator details if required.
- At the sampling location
Withdraw the swab at the sampling location
Move the test to the sampling location with the holder closed. Only there, immediately before sampling, gently withdraw the swab with a slight twisting motion. Do not touch the swab tip.
- Sample
Sample the surface
Swab an area of 100 cm². Rotate the handle during sampling so the whole swab tip contacts the surface.
- Activate
Reinsert and activate
Reinsert the swab and twist the handle fully down. Gently shake sideways 3 times. Piercing the foil activates the dry tablets; the white tablet breaks apart.
- Measure & assess
Insert the test and measure
Insert the PocketSwab Plus fully into the measurement chamber. Hold the novaLUM II-X upright and press the Run Test icon to start the measurement.
- Measure & assessExample screen
Read the result
This manufacturer procedure specifies 5 seconds. Assess PASS/FAIL against your configured limit. The screen shown displays an example result.
Technical specifications of the PocketSwab Plus ATP surface swab
Advantages of PocketSwab Plus for HACCP cleaning verification
The PocketSwab Plus contains no sodium azide as a preservative. Sodium azide is a toxic and environmentally hazardous substance found in many competing ATP swabs. Charm Sciences reagents are GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) and leave no hazardous residues on treated surfaces. Check the MSDS document of your current swab if you are unsure about its composition.
PocketSwab Plus order codes and packaging options
Application industries: food, dairy, pharma and healthcare
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